Somatic experiences encompass a range of therapeutic approaches that focus on the body's sensations, movements, and felt experiences to promote healing, resilience, and self-awareness. Rooted in the understanding that trauma and emotional distress are not solely confined to the mind but are also held within the body, somatic therapy emphasizes the importance of integrating physical sensations and bodily awareness into the therapeutic process.
Embodied Awareness: Somatic therapy will invite you to cultivate a deeper awareness of your bodily sensations, movements, and postures. By paying attention to the sensations in the body, you can gain insight into your emotional states, triggers, and areas of tension or discomfort.
Safety and Regulation: Central to somatic experiences is creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your internal sensations without feeling overwhelmed. Our trained therapists will help you develop tools for self-regulation, grounding, and coping with intense emotions or bodily sensations.
Trauma-Informed Approach: Somatic therapy acknowledges the pervasive impact of trauma on the body and mind. You will collaboratively work with our trained therapists to gently explore, and process traumatic memories or experiences stored within the body, promoting healing and integration.
Resourcing and Strengths: In addition to addressing trauma and distress, somatic therapy emphasizes building resilience, self-compassion, and resources for coping with life's challenges. You will be encouraged to tap into your innate strengths and resources to support your unique healing journey.
Mind-Body Integration: Somatic experiences aim to bridge the gap between the body and mind, recognizing that emotional well-being is intricately linked to physical health and vitality. Through somatic interventions such as breathwork, movement, and body awareness practices, you can cultivate greater integration and harmony within yourself.
Somatic experiencing:This technique is based on the premise that traumatic experiences, whether physical or emotional, can become stuck in the body, leading to a range of psychological and physical symptoms. The aim of Somatic Experiencing is to release this stored trauma energy and restore the body and mind to a state of equilibrium.
Mindfulness: Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, acknowledging thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations without judgment. It involves bringing attention to the here and now, enhancing self-awareness, and cultivating a non-reactive attitude toward the unfolding experiences. Mindfulness practices are integrated into somatic therapy to help individuals tune into their bodily sensations, identifying areas of tension or discomfort. By remaining present and non-judgmental during these experiences, clients can gradually release emotional blocks and process unresolved trauma.
Movement Therapy: MT harnesses the power of movement to enhance emotional, physical, and psychological wellbeing. Guided by trained therapists, individuals engage in a creative and expressive process using body movements to explore their emotions, thoughts, and personal experiences. It is tailored to address specific physical, emotional, or psychological issues. Through mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxationtechniques, MT aims to restore balance, reduce symptoms, and enhance the body's natural healing abilities, promoting holistic health and vitality.